45094 Main Street,Mendocino, CA 95460
Mendocino, CA 95460
Description
Positioned in the very center of Mendocino Village, the iconic 'Golden Goose' building presents a rare opportunity to acquire a legacy asset with both immediate functionality and future upside. Steeped in local history, this landmark has continuously evolved with the community. Once home to a classic drug store and soda fountain, later became a general store, an acclaimed home furnishings destination, and most recently, a celebrated gallery space. Following a comprehensive rebuild in 2012, the property seamlessly blends preserved historic architecture with modern infrastructure, creating a turnkey canvas for today's investor or entrepreneur. Encompassing approximately 4,000+/- square feet, the building is thoughtfully configured into four suites, offering flexibility for multiple income streams or a cohesive single-user concept. The ground floor captures prime visibility with Main Street frontage, large picture windows, and dual access from Albion Street--ideal for retail, hospitality, or a flagship brand presence in one of the most visited coastal villages in Northern California. The upper level introduces an increasingly rare opportunity in Mendocino: two private suites with conditional approval for residential use. Currently, the property is undergoing permitted improvements, including the addition of an employee break room within the ocean-view suite--strategically designed to also function as a future kitchen should residential use be pursued through permitting. This intentional upgrade enhances both immediate commercial utility and long-term adaptability. Character and craftsmanship are evident throughout, with hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, artisan details, and a facade that honors the building's historic roots. Modern systems including forced air heating, CAT5 cabling, and interior sound support a wide range of business or mixed-use applications. This is more than a building, it's a platform for vision. Whether reimagined as a flagship commercial presence, a mixed-use investment, or an elevated live/work coastal retreat, this Mendocino landmark is ready for its next chapter.
Details
| MLS # | C1-11318 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | Mixeduse |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1800 |
| Days On Site | 166 |
| Listing Provided By | Engel & Voelkers Mendocino | Kelley Urbani |
Features
| SQ Feet | 4,166 |
|---|---|
| Story(s) | 2 |
| Zoning | MC |
| Acreage | 0.00 |
| Water Front | Yes |
Interior
| Cooling | None |
|---|---|
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
| Cooling Yes / No | No |
Exterior
| Lot Features | Zero To One Unit Acre |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Wood |
Area Information
| State | CA |
|---|---|
| County | Mendocino |
| City | Mendocino |
| Zip Code | 95460 |
| Area | MTW Mendocino Town West |
| Listing VS Median (in 95460) | |
Price: $2,995,000 low | high Med: $1,875,000 sqft: 4,166 low | high Med: 6,579 $ / sqft: $719 low | high Med: $282 On site: 166 low | high Med: 469 | |
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| State | CA |
|---|---|
| County | Mendocino |
| City | Mendocino |
| Zip Code | 95460 |
| Area | MTW Mendocino Town West |
| Listing VS Median (in 95460) | |
Price: $2,995,000 low | high Med: $1,875,000 sqft: 4,166 low | high Med: 6,579 $ / sqft: $719 low | high Med: $282 On site: 166 low | high Med: 469 | |
 | $2,950,00045070 Main StreetMendocino, CA 95460 |